Garrett Popcorn Shops first started making the finest, artisanal Popcorn in 1949. Many people were not aware that Garrett began after a friendly competition between family members who wanted to see who could make the best caramel corn. There eventually emerged a winner who created the most perfect Caramel Popcorn that anyone had ever tasted, with the right amount of sweetness and crispiness. It won over the Garrett family, many more who have tasted this secret recipe since.